Gah I feel the same way as you! I'm tempted to pick up some shining monkey or apple guard though. And you should see me after I put on lotion before picking up the bag - I'll jump through hoops to avoid not touching the handles! 
Please help me get over this paranoia!
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If you are worried about it, you can protect with one of the many products recommended here on the PF. It will help repel stain and water until the patina sets in. You could also speed up the patina by exposing your bag to air and sunlight. I know a lot of gals like the sunbathe their bags(be sure to tan it evenly by rotating it every now and then).
Use your Louis... you'll get used to the marks. It adds character! 
I've got a suede Onatah and had HUGE black patches on both sides on the second day that I used it. All because my camera bag was rubbing against it! How careless! I was so careful with my clothes and how I carry it but I forgotten about my camera bag! Guess how I felt. Devastated but I can't show it as my fiancee will freak out if he ever finds out how much the bag cost me! I will still continue using my Onatah. Use it your bag, woman!
I've got a suede Onatah and had HUGE black patches on both sides on the second day that I used it. All because my camera bag was rubbing against it! How careless! I was so careful with my clothes and how I carry it but I forgotten about my camera bag! Guess how I felt. Devastated but I can't show it as my fiancee will freak out if he ever finds out how much the bag cost me! I will still continue using my Onatah. Use it your bag, woman!
I know exactly what you mean. I always baby my bag sooo much that i dont wanna carry new bags out. BUt after a few times, i dont really bother about it as much alreadyl
Shining Monkey? Please fill me in...what is this magic potion you ladies speak of? What does it do and where would I get it?
Welcome! As so many ladies have told you, enjoy her! What's the point of having her if you don't
Also, you have landed yourself in the middle of the protection debate. Many tPFs (myself included) swear by protection....others abhor it. Search vachetts, shining monkey or apple guard and you find many threads.
Congrats on your purchase.
Well i just got my first bag yesterday and i wasn't scared to carry it, now i think i might be. I just unpacked it ... grabbed it and went! I dont want mine to look "new" i like the worn in look, so i guess that is where we all differ. Good luck!
im so relieved that im not the only one freaking over dirtying my bags hehehe. when i get ready to go out, i always wash my hands before picking up my bags..... :shame:
LOL today I was standing outside with my MC speedy. She's been broken in and has a gorgeous patina. I was standing under an air conditioner (which was a good 30 feet above me) and a freaking drop of water got on the handle. I was upset...and the remembered "hey it'll blend in later". I looked at it 5 minutes later and it was gone *phew* 5 or 6 months ago with my first bag I would've been crying!
enjoy you baby and use her!!! but I understand what you are going through...many of us go through that "breaking in" stage and are fearful of using our bags...but once you take her out day after day, you'll be more relaxed with her...best of luck and congrats on your speedy 30!!
Oh dear, I know this is posted long time ago, but if you happen to read this, or anyone who have experience lipstick on the vachetta, please, please tell me how to remove it?? I had lipstick on my handle today at lunch!
